Return of Moises

It was the first big-league pitch he'd seen in 20 days, and Moises Alou lined it into left field for a two-out, two-run single in the bottom of the first inning.

It may not have been as surprising as the two-out RBI single Carlos Delgado hit one pitch earlier, but it was a jarring reminder of just what Alou can mean to the Mets' lineup. Fernando Tatis in the same spot...let's just say he might not have been as effective.

Difference-maker? Tough to say, since we have to wait and see if he can stay on the field. But one thing's for sure about Moises Alou -- dude can hit.